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Scitica pain

2016-12-17 18:40:05
Sir I was suffering from back pain some_8 years ago but it got better but now from last 6 months or so I am feeling scitic pain in my leg had done mri which suggest disc dessicated at l5 s1.pain is very unbearable what should be done .
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You need to consult a neurological specialist and get yourself examined. It is important to know if there is any evidence of nerve dysfunction. If there is only pain, medications can help. Surgical treatment may be needed if it's beyond that.
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Answered2016-12-18 07:22:06

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